MOTOMAN HC30PL vs Smart Tending Machine
Side-by-side comparison of MOTOMAN HC30PL (Motoman) and Smart Tending Machine (Niryo) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MOTOMAN HC30PLJapan
- Smart Tending MachineFrance
Year First Available
- MOTOMAN HC30PL2019
- Smart Tending Machine2026
Verified Deployments
- MOTOMAN HC30PL0 Deployments
- Smart Tending Machine0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MOTOMAN HC30PL$50,000–$70,000 USD
- Smart Tending MachineContact for quote
Availability Status
- MOTOMAN HC30PLACTIVE
- Smart Tending MachineACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- MOTOMAN HC30PL5 kg
- Smart Tending Machine—
Robot Weight
- MOTOMAN HC30PL140 kg
- Smart Tending Machine—
Max TCP Speed
- MOTOMAN HC30PL3.1 m/s
- Smart Tending Machine—
Reach
- MOTOMAN HC30PL1,300 mm
- Smart Tending Machine—
Degrees of Freedom
- MOTOMAN HC30PL6
- Smart Tending Machine6
Repeatability
- MOTOMAN HC30PL±0.03 mm
- Smart Tending Machine—
Mounting Options
- MOTOMAN HC30PLfloor, ceiling, wall
- Smart Tending Machine—
IP Rating
- MOTOMAN HC30PLIP54
- Smart Tending Machine—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MOTOMAN HC30PLISO/TS 15066
- Smart Tending MachineCE, ISO 10218-2
Force/Torque Sensing
- MOTOMAN HC30PLnone
- Smart Tending Machine—
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- MOTOMAN HC30PL1 hrs
- Smart Tending Machine—
No-Code Capable
- MOTOMAN HC30PLYes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Offline Programming
- MOTOMAN HC30PLYes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Programming Interface
- MOTOMAN HC30PLAUBO SDK
- Smart Tending Machinedrag_and_drop, code_python, proprietary_app
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MOTOMAN HC30PLISO 9409-1-A50
- Smart Tending Machine—
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- MOTOMAN HC30PLNo
- Smart Tending Machine—
Fieldbus Protocols
- MOTOMAN HC30PLEtherCAT
- Smart Tending Machine—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MOTOMAN HC30PL$50,000–$70,000 USD
- Smart Tending MachineContact for quote
Warranty
- MOTOMAN HC30PL2 yrs
- Smart Tending Machine1 yrs
Lead Time
- MOTOMAN HC30PL4 wks
- Smart Tending Machine2 wks
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $50,000–$70,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | — |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 140 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 3.1 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,300 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, ISO 10218-2 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | AUBO SDK | drag_and_drop, code_python, proprietary_app |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | No | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $50,000–$70,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | 1 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 4 wks | 2 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | MOTOMAN HC30PL | Smart Tending Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $60,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 14.4 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $190,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +317% | — |
Smart Tending Machine has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes MOTOMAN HC30PL and Smart Tending Machine?
MOTOMAN HC30PL is made by Motoman, based in JP. Smart Tending Machine is made by Niryo, based in FR.
When were MOTOMAN HC30PL and Smart Tending Machine launched?
MOTOMAN HC30PL launched in 2019. Smart Tending Machine launched in 2026.
How do MOTOMAN HC30PL and Smart Tending Machine compare on the Robo Index?
MOTOMAN HC30PL grades AA on the Robo Index. Smart Tending Machine grades BBB. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are MOTOMAN HC30PL and Smart Tending Machine in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between MOTOMAN HC30PL and Smart Tending Machine?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
MOTOMAN HC30PL vs Smart Tending Machine compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.